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Apprenticeship

We are state and federally approved
ABC - South Texas' apprenticeship programs are approved by the U.S. Department of Labor
We offer apprenticeship programs in four trades: carpentry, sheet metal, electrical, and plumbing
Compared to a college education, there's virtually no cost to you personally
Paid on-the-job training
We honor Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits
Eligible veterans can receive a tax-free stipend during their apprenticeship program
Build your professional network
Our members are some of the most talented construction professionals in South Texas
College Life Credit hours available

The demand for skilled workers is increasing
Our program eliminates the need for expensive recruitment programs; applicant pool available
Our state and federally approved apprenticeship programs can help you dispatch registered apprentices to your job site and help you meet prevailing wage requirements
Using apprentices actually reduces the cost of high labor turnover; employees show high morale and loyalty when training in a program that offers upward mobility through career development
You get a diversified and flexible workforce and a larger pool of employees with specific skills
You get increased productivity; employees in a structured program are more motivated
We train our apprentices using the NCCER curriculum